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Tart & Jelly – A Roselle + Dragonfruit Dream Let us share something from Jackie — a mom, an entrepreneur, and a true foodie at heart. This recipe had been tugged away somewhere, hidden in a forgotten folder for months. Life got busy. Work + family needed attention. Work demanded focus. But then, one afternoon, we stumbled upon it again. And OMG — the stunning photos, the beautifully written steps, the entire recipe just waiting to be shared. It was all there, ready to be published. So here it is, finally out of hiding and onto your screen. Move aside Energy Balls for................ we need something sweet yet tangy..... "There are days where I wish I could be satisfied by eating a super food smoothie bowl for lunch. But I am a foodie and love a balanced diet, even though some days are dessert days! I’ve been interested in creating a sweet treat using dragon fruit and when I was gifted some Roselle powder from @my.blue.tea I knew I needed to make this Roselle Custard tart with Dragon fruit jelly. The taste of roselle is a tangy almost cherry like flavour, paired with dragon fruit and it’s a texture packed treat with lots of iron!" What you need: Roselle Custard Tart with Dragonfruit Jelly For the custard Ingredients: *1 tbsp of @my.blue.tea Roselle Powder *100ml pouring cream *100ml of milk *3 egg yolks *3 tbsp of caster sugar *1 tbsp cornflour *3 tbsp of plain flour *1 tsp of vanilla essence Roselle Custard Tart with Dragonfruit Jelly For the pastry Ingredients: *1.5 cups of plain flour *5.5 tbsp of icing sugar *100g room temperature butter cut in cubes *1 egg whisked Roselle Custard Tart with Dragonfruit Jelly For the Pitaya / Dragon fruit Jelly Ingredients : *1 tbsp cup of @my.blue.tea Dragon fruit powder or 1/2 cup of dragon fruit *1 tsp of icing sugar *3/4 cup boiling water *1 tbsp of gelatin powder Roselle Tart with Dragon fruit Jelly Roselle Custard Tart with Dragonfruit Jelly Let’s Cook 👩‍🍳 For the Pastry sift flour and icing sugar in a bowl. Add butter into flour mix and rub between your fingers similar to making a crumble. Add egg and bring together into a shaggy dough. Pour on table and gently knead till enough to form a ball. Cling wrap place in fridge for 30 mins . For the Custard whisk egg yolks, flour, cornflour, vanilla essence and roselle powder till no lumps. Place milk and cream in saucepan on medium heat and when it simmers add a splash to the roselle mixture. Whisk vigorously, add the rest in keep whisking and place back into saucepan to cook on the stove till it thickens. Let it cool, place in piping bag to refrigerate. . For the Jelly, cook dragon fruit in a saucepan on medium heat you may need a tbsp of water to help it along. Once it’s softened mash and set aside . Remove pastry from fridge, roll dough out till half a cm thick, place over tart casing. Press dough in gently using rolling pin to go over it. Remove pastry edge, prick with fork, place on tray in oven for 40 mins or till brown. Add gelatin to boiling water ina bowl a whisk till dissolved. Add a splash to the dragon fruit mixture and whisk add the rest of the gelatin and whisk till smooth. Pipe custard to the tarts use the back of a wet tsp to smooth out custard and cover any gaps. Add a tbsp of dragon fruit jelly on top and smooth, leave to set for five minutes. Look at that gorgeous Roselle Tart Now for the perfect finish. Enjoy your Roselle Custard Tart with Dragonfruit Jelly alongside any tea from our Blue Tea range — or our classic 5 Treasure Tea. Each sip helps balance the palate and soften sugar intake, making this the ideal after-dinner dessert.

Egg allergy? Enjoy crispy, golden churros, worry-free. Introducing: Pandan Eggless Churros 🌿✨ Crispy, Chewy, and Green: Pandan Eggless Churros You'll Love Craving that perfect crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside churro, but need an egg-free option? We’ve got you—and infused it with the aromatic, soothing magic of Pandan! Our Pandan Eggless Churros are a golden, fragrant twist on the classic, made for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're baking for allergies, preferences, or pure pandan passion, this recipe brings the joy back to churros—with a Southeast Asian soul. Here's an allergy-friendly churros. Happiness, served crispy. Pandan Eggless Churros Pandan Eggless Churros Pandan Magic: Eggless Churros That Taste as Good as They Look Ingredients you'll Need: 💧 1 cup water 🧈 3 tbsp unsalted butter 🍚 2 tbsp sugar 🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour 🌿 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) 🍃 1 tbsp MyBlueTea Pandan Powder 💚 2 tbsp MyBlueTea Pandan Leaf Extract (for natural colour) Pandan Eggless Churros Fluffy Pandan Churros (No Eggs, No Dairy!) Method: In a saucepan, combine water, MyBlueTea Pandan Extract, MyBlueTea Pandan Powder, and vanilla extract. Add butter and sugar, and mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn off the heat. Immediately add the all-purpose flour and stir vigorously until a smooth dough forms. Allow the dough to cool slightly until safe to handle. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle. Pipe 4–5 inch lengths onto baking paper, cutting with scissors. Heat oil in a deep pan. Carefully slide the churros into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels. While still warm, toss in a mixture of icing sugar and cinnamon powder. Serve warm with chocolate sauce for dipping. Enjoy! 💚 Take a Guess? What is this? Hint-hint - non-edible Pandan Unexpected And that’s how you make golden, aromatic, and utterly egg-free Pandan Churros—crispy, joyful, and full of Southeast Asian soul. But why stop there? If you're ready to take Pandan beyond the expected, here are a few bold and less-traditional recipes to spark your creativity: 🔥 Pandan-Spiced Pulled Jackfruit Tacos – Fragrant, savoury, and totally plant-based. 🌶️ Pandan & Lemongrass Glazed Chicken Wings – Sticky, aromatic, and packed with umami. 🍞 Pandan Fougasse – A fragrant, herby twist on the classic French bread. 🧂 Pandan Salted Egg Yolk Cookies – Sweet, salty, and irresistibly moreish. 🥗 Pandan-Infused Salad Dressing – Bright, herby, and perfect over greens or grains. Pandan isn’t just for sweets—it’s a vibrant, versatile star waiting to elevate every corner of your kitchen. Tag us with As the sweet scent of Pandan lingers in your kitchen, remember—this is just the beginning. Pandan is a passport to so many delicious traditions and modern twists.If you’re hungry for more, dive into: Thanks for cooking with us. Here’s to many more aromatic traditional adventures ahead! 🍃 Pandan Butter Cookies – melt-in-your-mouth and perfect with tea. 🍃 Pandan Sago Pudding – a cool, refreshing dessert for warm days. 🍃 Pandan Coconut Steamed Buns – soft, sweet, and oh-so-fluffy. 🍃 Pandan Gula Melaka Swirl Cake – a caramel-pandan dream. #PandanUnexpected if you try one of these bold twists. Stay curious, stay flavourful, and keep reinventing with us!

A Little Bit of Asia, A Little Bit of Mexico – All in One Bite! 🌯💚 Satay + Burrito = Pure Magic! ✨🌯 We've taken our flavour-packed Satay Marinade and wrapped it up in a tortilla – and it's every bit as delicious as it sounds! The best part? You can switch things up with our Spice Pantry blends to create Rendang Burritos or Meat Curry Burritos. It's like a flavour holiday in every bite! 🌏😍 You could also "Burrito" it in brilliant Rendang fusion, taking the rich, slow-cooked soul of a classic Southeast Asian stew and wrapping it up in a convenient, hand-held form. My Blue Tea's Rendang Powder, a 100% natural blend of herbs, is the key to creating that deep, authentic flavour . The tender, slow-braised beef is fragrant with coconut and spices, creating a filling that is both comforting and intensely flavourful, with the potential for a gentle warmth that builds with every bite. It's the very essence of Malaysian comfort food, reinvented . To add another layer of complexity, you can incorporate My Blue Tea's either Meat Curry Base Powder for an all-purpose curry dimension that complements the Rendang perfectly . The beauty of this dish is in its construction; the rich, saucy filling is cradled in a soft tortilla with fluffy rice, creating a perfect textural contrast . It's a brilliant example of the versatility of these spice blends, proving they can go far beyond traditional curries to create exciting new culinary experiences Satay Meets Burrito – A Match Made in Fusion Heaven! Asian Mexicana Burrito Serving Size: 4-6 INGREDIENTS: Tortillas 8-12pcs tortillas Rice 250g medium-grain rice 400 ml water Salt to taste 2 Tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter 1/4 cup (15 g) cilantro, finely chopped 1 lime, juice When Asia Meets Mexico – in a Tortilla! Chicken 1kg boneless chicken thighs 50g Satay Marinade Base 150g Sugar Beans 2 Tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter 1 sweet onion, sliced Salt to taste Pepper to taste 2 jalapenos, thinly sliced 1 can of black beans 2 Tbsp (30 ml) hot sauce Fajita Veggies 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced 2 jalapenos, thinly sliced Salt to taste 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped Aioli Ingredients: 1 cup (220 g) mayonnaise 1 Tbsp (8 g) smoked paprika 2 Tbsp (30 ml) hot sauce 2 Tbsp (30 ml) lime juice 3 garlic cloves, grated Salt to taste The Burrito That Took a Holiday to Malaysia! Asian Mexicana Burrito COOKING METHOD: Rice Method: Add rice to a fine-mesh strainer and wash 2 times with water. Place rice into a rice cooker with equal parts water and cook. Once finished cooking, add salt to taste and unsalted butter. Stir until fully melted and incorporated. Add in finely chopped cilantro and the juice of one lime. Stir until combined. Chicken Method: Place chicken thighs into a bowl and coat thoroughly with satay marinade base and sugar. In a medium skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to coat the bottom of the pan, and once hot add the chicken. Sear for 2-3 minutes. Flip and sear for 1-2 more minutes. Add chicken pieces to a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven set to 400F for 10-15 minutes or until internal temperature is 165F. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss in its own juices. Beans Method: In a medium saucepan, add unsalted butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add in sliced sweet onion, salt, and pepper, sliced jalapenos, and stir to coat with the butter. Let cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables begin to soften. Add in a can of black beans, hot sauce, and salt to taste. Stir until incorporated. Continue to cook, while stirring often, until everything is hot. In a separate cold pan, add sliced bacon and set to medium heat. Let cook and stir often until it's rendered fat and cooked through and crisp. Remove the bacon from the fat, drain with a paper towel, and once drained finely chop. Add chopped bacon to the beans and stir until incorporated. Fajitas Vegetables Method: In a medium bowl, toss together the sliced red bell pepper, sliced sweet onion, and sliced jalapenos until evenly mixed. In the same pan, the bacon is cooked in, heat until medium-high and add in the sliced veggies, and season with salt. Cook tossing occasionally for 3-5 minutes or until lightly charred and just beginning to soften. Turn off the heat and add in chopped garlic, toss together, and season with salt to taste. Aioli Method: Add all ingredients into a medium bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined and incorporated. Assembly Method: On a warm tortilla, lay down a layer of rice, hot beans, chicken, a drizzle of aioli, a layer of fajita veggies, an optional sprig of cilantro and a grating of cheddar cheese. Grab the sides and fold towards the center, grab the bottom and roll over the filling and over the folded insides nice and tight all the way up until fully wrapped. Ready to serve. Note: You might notice we skipped the beans and jalapeños in the video – we just didn't have them on hand! But for the best results, please follow the recipe above and load up on both. It's the little extras that make this burrito truly special! Enjoy!! 🌯✨ For daily cooking inspiration, stunning recipes, and a feast for your eyes, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & follow us on our social channels! 💜✨ We share beautiful, yummilicious, and wonderfully exotic recipes that will transport your tastebuds to new places – from vibrant blue teas to colourful superfood creations. 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Learn the difference between Ube vs Purple Sweet Potato - Part 2 on Ube Purple Yam benefits Let's welcome, Ube Purple Yam powder and let's learn the difference between Ube vs Purple Sweet Potato. There's another new purple jewel in town, and its name is UBE. Pronounced oo-beh, this dazzling purple yam, (scientific name is Dioscorea alata) has been a beloved secret in the Philippines for centuries. From creamy ube halaya jam to vibrant ube ice cream and lattes, its sweet, nutty, vanilla-like flavour and stunning colour have finally captured the world's attention. Part 1 is the benefits of Ube Purple Yam. For more follow this link --> Authentic UBE (Purple Yam) Powder – A Filipino Superstar ! Ube vs Purple Sweet Potato But Ube Purple Yam is more than just a pretty face for your social media feed. Traditional use and modern studies suggest this root vegetable is a powerhouse of unique health benefits, different from its cousin, the purple sweet potato. Ube (Dioscorea alata) as mentioned belongs to the yam family and offers a distinct sweet, nutty, vanilla-like flavor with a moist, creamy texture that's perfect for desserts . Its purple colour comes from potent anthocyanins, and research highlights its diverse biological activities—including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and even cardioprotective properties—largely attributed to bioactive compounds like saponins and flavonoids Ube vs Purple Sweet Potato In contrast, purple sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) is starchier and more floral, with an edible, smoother skin compared to ube's bark-like exterior . Rich in anthocyanins like cyanidin and peonidin, it's been studied for its ability to reduce oxidative stress, support liver and kidney function, and improve metabolic health . A Noble Cousin Meanwhile, their cousin the Chinese yam (Dioscorea polystachya) is valued in traditional medicine for its protein content and bioactive compounds. It has shown potential in regulating blood glucose, offering antioxidant and immunomodulatory effects, and even protecting male reproductive health . While ube and purple sweet potato both deliver powerful anthocyanin antioxidants, Chinese yam brings a different set of bioactive proteins and polysaccharides to the table, making each a unique functional food in its own right. While Ube, Purple Yam (Dioscorea alata) and Chinese Yam (Dioscorea polystachya) belong to the same genus (Dioscorea), they are quite different in appearance, flavour, and traditional use. Purple Yam is the vibrant desserts like Ube, while Chinese Yam is a staple in savoury soups and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for spleen and stomach. While two are purple, they are quite distinct. Purple sweet potato tends to have a drier, starchier texture and an earthy flavour. UBE (Purple Yam) is moister, denser, and offers a unique, sweet, and almost floral or vanilla-like taste. Its vibrant colour can also be more intense, making it a showstopper in any recipe. Chinese Yam while still a cousin, inside the flesh is usually a solid creamy white colour. Let's explore the magnificent world of My Blue Tea's 100% Pure UBE (Purple Yam) Powder – perfect for adding a vibrant, nutritious twist to your TCM-inspired rainbow bowls, smoothies, and bakes. Ube Purple Yam leaves / Chines Yam leaves / Sweet Potato leaves Our farm is a colourful treasure trove! 🌱💜 From left are Ube Purple Yam and Chinese Yam leaves (it's a climbing vine) and on the right are Sweet Potato leaves, a ground cover. We grow Ube, Chinese Yam, and a beautiful selection of sweet potatoes – from white and orange to rich purple, including the much-loved New Zealand Kumara. If you're ever unsure about telling them apart, the key is in the leaves – and their scientific names are your starting point for understanding the differences. Learning to identify them by their foliage is a wonderful way to deepen your appreciation for these incredible plants. We're always happy to share what we know! 🌿📖 Edible vs Poisonous Leaves Ube vs Chinese Yam vs Sweet Potato leaves Don't Eat - Unlike some other edible tubers, Ube vines (Dioscorea alatas) and leaves are toxic and should NOT be consumed, either raw or cooked. Safe - Yes, you can eat the leaves of the Chinese Yam (Dioscorea polystachya), but be aware that when people refer to "yam leaves" in cooking, they are almost always eating sweet potato leaves (Ipomoea batatas), which are frequently marketed under the same name. Safe - Yes, Sweet potato leaves (Ipomoea batatas) are edible, highly nutritious, and delicious, acting as a versatile leafy green similar to spinach or kale. They are popular in Asian and African cuisine, offering a mild, earthy taste. They are commonly prepared by stir-frying with garlic, steaming, or adding to soups, and are packed with vitamins A, C, and K And when it comes to your health? Ube Purple Yam & Purple Sweet Potato both stands proudly on its own with their own beautiful colour and benefits. Can you spot the difference? Ube vs Purple Sweet Potato is the "intensity" of the purple colour. If your Purple Yam / Ube is very intense, trust us it may have been added with "artificial colours or substance". Purple Sweet Potato is more intense and as it is natural. My Blue Tea has both 100% natural Purple Sweet Potao and Ube Purple Yam powder. Magnificent UBE (Purple Yam) Health Benefits:: In a world of functional foods, ube shines. It provides complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, dietary fibre for digestion, and a unique profile of antioxidants. Here’s why you should welcome this tuber into your pantry: 1. Potent Antioxidant Powerhouse (Beyond Standard Anthocyanins) 2. Supports Blood Sugar Management (A Diabetic-Friendly Carb) 3. Digestive Health & Natural Prebiotic 4. Nourishes Hair, Skin 5. An Excellent Source of Complex Carbs for Athletes 6. Brain Health & Cognitive Function 7. Naturally Sweet, Creamy & Versatile Trivia: did you know that in Bahasa Malaysia or Malay language UBE is universal. Ubi or Ube is Ube Keledek in Bahasa Malaysia Types of Ube / Ubi : There are dozens of different types and species of ubi or ube. The most common ones you will hear in Malaysia, Indonesia or SEA include: Ubi Kayu: Tapioca or Cassava ie Manihot esculenta. Ubi Keledek: Sweet potato ie Ipomoea batatas Ubi Badak Ungu ie Diaoscorea Alatas Ubi Kentang: Potato ie Solanum tuberosum Ubi Keling: Wild yam ie Stemona tuberosa Ubi Gadung: A type of wild tuber ie Diascorea Hispida Ubi Sengkuang: Jicama - Pachyrhizus erosus basically used in salads How to Use My Blue Tea's UBE / Purple Yam Powder Add 1-2 teaspoons to: Your TCM 5 Grain Oat Bowls: Stir in at the end for a creamy, purple breakfast. Smoothies & Lattes: Blend with banana, plant milk, and a dash of cinnamon for an "Ube Horchata." Overnight Oats: Mix with your Quaker oats, Yin Shan goji berries, and Shi Zhuang lotus seeds. Baking: Add to pancakes, muffins, or homemade protein balls. Yogurt & Nice Cream: Swirl into Greek yogurt or blend with frozen banana for a healthy "Ube Nice Cream." Ube Latte Simple Ube Latte Recipe (No Added Sugar) Warm 200ml of your favourite milk (oat or coconut works beautifully). Add 1-2 tsp of My Blue Tea UBE Powder. Sweeten with 1 small pitted date or 1 drop of stevia (optional). Blend until frothy and enjoy a warm, grounding, kidney-nourishing latte. Ube Chia Pudding Make yourself a "Ube Purple Milk Latte" or a vibrant "Ube & Coconut Overnight Oat Jar" today! Or try it in your 5 grain Overnight Oats. In our future blogs, we'll share authentic Ube Halaya and Ube Cheese Pandesal recipes using this incredible powder. Stay tuned! Disclaimer: The information contained on this site is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis or treatment by a licensed physician. It is not meant to cover all possible precautions, drug interactions, circumstances or adverse effects. You should seek prompt medical care for any health issues and consult your doctor before using alternative medicine or making a change to your regimen. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food Safety Standards, Australia. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. References: (Include links to relevant studies on Dioscorea alata, anthocyanins (alatanins), glycaemic index of yams, etc.) Example: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry – "Anthocyanins from Purple Yam (Dioscorea alata)" Example: Plant Foods for Human Nutrition – "Glycaemic index of yam varieties"

One Dough, Two Stunning Colours – Butterfly Pea & Dragon Fruit Scones These aren't your average scones! We've taken a classic cream cheese scone and given it a stunning makeover with two vibrant, natural superfood powders. The Butterfly Pea Powder lends a beautiful, dreamy blue hue, while the Dragon Fruit Powder adds a subtle sweetness and a pop of vibrant pink that's simply irresistible. Together, they create a batch of scones that are as visually striking as they are delicious—fluffy, tender, and studded with creamy pockets of cheese. Scones with Cream cheese is perfect for afternoon tea, a special breakfast, or just because you want to eat something pretty! Butterfly Pea Scones with Cream cheese and blueberries Scones with Cream Cheese Cream cheese filling: *200g cream cheese (softened) *3 tablespoons of sweetener or *20g of icing sugar *2 teaspoons of no sugar added jam or any jam - (1) Mix all filling ingredients together until smooth and well combined. (2) Transfer the mixture into a piping bag, snip off the tip, and pipe the filling generously into each cup-shaped scone dough. Note by Elizabeth : "This amount of filling is perfect for 12 scones— I fill them right up and use every last bit! " Scones with Cream Cheese Ingredients: *210g Flour *6g @my.blue.tea Blue Butterfly pea flower powder OR @my.blue.tea Red dragon fruit powder *5g baking powder *15g Caster sugar *40g Butter (cold) 65g milk *25g thickened cream Isn't it lovely? Dragonfruit Scones with Cream Cheese Scones with Cream Cheese Method: 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. 2. Add the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Knead gently until smooth, then wrap the dough in cling wrap and refrigerate to rest for 30 minutes. 3. While the dough is resting, prepare the cream cheese filling and set aside. 4. After 30 minutes, divide the rested dough into portions of 30g each. Roll each portion into a smooth round ball. 5. Using your thumb, gently press into the centre of each ball to create a well or "cup" shape. 6. Pipe the cream cheese filling into each cup, filling it right to the top. 7. Arrange the filled scones on a lined baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 170°C for 25 minutes, or until golden and cooked through. 8. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature! Tips from Elizabeth:- "To avoid the scones to become brown, I place the scones at bottom tray and put a baking tray on the top tray." 💜 Bakes by Elizabeth Feeling inspired? Check out these absolutely yummilicious creations from Elizabeth below and on her Instagram: lizcakesupreme :- Pandan Angkoo Flaky Butterfly Pea + Dragon Fruit Mooncake Pandan Buns Butterfly Pea Swiss Roll Black Gojiberry Mooncake Kueh Talam Ube Each one is a beautiful showcase of natural colours and bold flavours—perfect for sparking your next baking adventure! Scones, but make them PURPLE! 💜🧁 Bake them with our Purple Sweet Potato Powder (Ipomoea batatas) or the beloved Ube, Purple Yam Powder (Dioscorea alata). Coming soon: The ultimate showdown – Purple Sweet Potato vs Ube Yam and Purple Yam vs Chinese Yam! Stay tuned! 🍠✨ There's something truly special about these colourful "scones with cream cheese" that tastes as luxurious as it looks. With the delicate floral notes of Butterfly Pea, the subtle sweetness of Dragon Fruit, and that luscious cream cheese centre, every bite is a little moment of indulgence. Serve them warm, watch the colours pop, and savour the satisfaction of baking something beautifully unique. Because life's too short for boring scones—don't you think? About Elizabeth Tang (not much, we're afraid) Elizabeth love our Sarawak Laksa, her native state Elizabeth is from Kuching, Sarawak but now loving Perth as her base. Elizabeth has a passion for baking. Often, she bakes late at night, and we usually look forward to see her posts around 3:00 am Sydney time. We can't help but crave a slice of her delicious cake or mooncake! And to visit Elizabeth 'hopefully soon and tp pader to order more../xxx She obviously love our Sarawak Laksa. Look at the bowl of Sarawak goodness. MyBlueTea have both Vegetarian and normal Sarawak laksa (new factory relocated. Sarawak Laksa will be available either late 2026 or early 2027). Sarawak Laksa, the Breakfast of Gods as proclaimed by the late Anthony Bourdain.

Purple is the New Black, we've said this long ago....... Let's welcome, Ube powder / Purple Yam. There's a new purple jewel in town, and its name is UBE. Pronounced oo-beh, this dazzling purple yam, (scientific name is Dioscorea alata) has been a beloved secret in the Philippines for centuries. From creamy ube halaya jam to vibrant ube ice cream and lattes, its sweet, nutty, vanilla-like flavour and stunning colour have finally captured the world's attention. *Ancient Cultivation: The purple yam is one of the most important staple crops of Austronesian cultures. While archaeological evidence from the Niah Caves in Borneo (over 40,000 years ago) shows that people were using starchy plants like yams very early, the domestication of the purple yam we know today is believed to have occurred around 10,000 years ago, likely in New Guinea and Island Southeast Asia, before spreading through the region. *Global Traveler: Because of its importance as a food source, the purple yam was carried by Austronesian voyagers on their ocean journeys. It was introduced throughout the Pacific Islands, to New Zealand, and as far west as Madagascar and the Comoros . *Today: From its origins, the purple yam has spread worldwide and now brought to you by MyBlueTea. UBE / Purple Yam 100% pure UBE powder (Dioscorea alata) But Ube is more than just a pretty face for your social media feed. Traditional use and modern studies suggest this root vegetable is a powerhouse of unique health benefits, different from its cousin, the purple sweet potato and similar product Chinese Yam While Purple Yam (Dioscorea alata) and Chinese Yam (Dioscorea polystachya) belong to the same genus (Dioscorea), they are quite different in appearance, flavour, and traditional use. Purple Yam is the vibrant desserts like Ube, while Chinese Yam is a staple in savoury soups and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for spleen and stomach. Let's explore the magnificent world of My Blue Tea's 100% Pure UBE (Purple Yam) Powder – perfect for adding a vibrant, nutritious twist to your TCM-inspired rainbow bowls, smoothies, and bakes. Ube Purple Yam vs. Purple Sweet Potato: A Noble Cousin While both are purple, they are distinct. Purple sweet potato tends to have a drier, starchier texture and an earthy flavour. UBE (Purple Yam) is moister, denser, and offers a unique, sweet, and almost floral or vanilla-like taste. Its vibrant colour can also be more intense, making it a showstopper in any recipe. Ube Purple Yam vs Purple Sweet Potato vs Taro next blog and Ube Purple Yam leaves vs Chinese Yam leaves vs Sweet Potato leaves (details in our next blog). And when it comes to your health? Ube & Purple Sweet Potato both stands proudly on its own with their own beautiful colour and benefits. Can you spot the difference? If your Purple Yam / Ube is very intense in colour, trust us it may have been added with artificial colour or subtance. Purple Sweet Potato is more intense and as it is natural. My Blue Tea has both Ube Halaya (Ube) and Purple Sweet Potato / Okinawan Purple potato (Ubi keledek). (see notes below). Magnificent UBE (Purple Yam) Health Benefits:: In a world of functional foods, ube shines. It provides complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, dietary fibre for digestion, and a unique profile of antioxidants. Here’s why you should welcome this tuber into your pantry: 1. Potent Antioxidant Powerhouse (Beyond Standard Anthocyanins) Like purple sweet potato, ube gets its colour from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that fight free radicals. However, ube contains a unique and highly stable type of anthocyanin called alatanins (Cyanidin-3-gentiobioside). Benefit: These compounds are remarkably stable even when exposed to heat and light, meaning your baked goods, lattes, and cooked oatmeal retain more of their free-radical-fighting potential. Anti-Aging: By neutralizing oxidative stress, these antioxidants support healthy, youthful-looking skin and protect cells from damage. 2. Supports Blood Sugar Management (A Diabetic-Friendly Carb) This is a key difference from many other starchy roots. Ube has a reputation for having a lower glycaemic index (GI) compared to regular white potatoes and even some sweet potato varieties. Benefit: The complex carbohydrates and high fibre content in ube lead to a slower, more gradual release of sugar into the bloodstream. This helps prevent sharp insulin spikes, making ube a smarter choice for individuals managing type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance, when consumed in moderation. The steady energy release is a sign of a food that supports the Spleen and Stomach (the Earth element), providing sustained Qi without creating dampness. 4. Digestive Health & Natural Prebiotic Just one serving of ube powder provides a healthy dose of dietary fibre. Benefit: Fibre adds bulk to stool, preventing constipation and promoting regularity. Furthermore, the specific type of resistant starch in ube acts as a prebiotic, feeding the beneficial bacteria in your gut. A healthy gut microbiome is the foundation of a strong immune system and clear skin—directly addressing the "dampness" and eczema story we shared. 5. Nourishes Hair, Skin In traditional practices, the colour purple/black is associated with the Kidneys, the storehouse of our essential life essence, or Jing. Benefit: The anthocyanins, vitamin C, and iron in ube contribute to collagen production and healthy blood circulation. This means stronger hair follicles, a brighter complexion, and more resilient nails. In TCM terms, ube gently nourishes the Kidney and Stomach meridians, helping to preserve Jing and combat premature greying or hair loss. 6. An Excellent Source of Complex Carbs for Athletes Need clean, long-lasting energy? Ube is your answer. Benefit: Unlike simple sugars that cause a crash, the complex carbohydrates in ube provide a steady release of glucose for working muscles. This makes it an exceptional ingredient for a pre-workout smoothie or a post-workout recovery bowl to replenish glycogen stores without inflammation. 7. Brain Health & Cognitive Function The antioxidants in ube, particularly the anthocyanins, have been studied for their neuroprotective effects. Benefit: These compounds are thought to cross the blood-brain barrier and help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in neural tissues. Regular consumption may help improve memory, focus, and protect against age-related cognitive decline. 8. Naturally Sweet, Creamy & Versatile Unlike other superfood powders that can be bitter or earthy, ube has a naturally sweet, creamy, nutty, vanilla-like flavour. Benefit: This allows you to add natural colour and sweetness to your recipes without needing added sugar or artificial flavourings. It turns a simple bowl of 5 Grain Oats into a purple paradise of flavour. Kueh Lapis Abe (look at the layers of light purple) Trivia: Did you know that in Bahasa Malaysia or Malay language UBE is universal. Ubi or Ube is Ube Keledek in Bahasa Malaysia Types of Ube / Ubi : There are dozens of different types and species of ubi or ube. The most common ones you will hear in Malaysia, Indonesia or SEA include: Ubi Kayu: Tapioca or Cassava ie Manihot esculenta. Ubi Keledek: Sweet potato ie Ipomoea batatas Ubi Badak Ungu ie Diaoscorea Alatas Ubi Kentang: Potato ie Solanum tuberosum Ubi Keling: Wild yam ie Stemona tuberosa Ubi Gadung: A type of wild tuber ie Diascorea Hispida Ubi Sengkuang: Jicama - Pachyrhizus erosus basically used in salads How to Use My Blue Tea's UBE / Ubi Powder:- Add 1-2 teaspoons to: Your TCM 5 Grain Oat Bowls: Stir in at the end for a creamy, purple breakfast. Smoothies & Lattes: Blend with banana, plant milk, and a dash of cinnamon for an "Ube Horchata." Overnight Oats: Mix with your Quaker oats, Yin Shan goji berries, and Shi Zhuang lotus seeds. Baking: Add to pancakes, muffins, or homemade protein balls. Yogurt & Nice Cream: Swirl into Greek yogurt or blend with frozen banana for a healthy "Ube Nice Cream." Ube Latte - dissolve 1-2 tspn of Ube powder in a little warm water and add milk (and sweetness) of your choice Simple Ube Latte Recipe (No Added Sugar) Warm 200ml of your favourite milk (oat or coconut works beautifully). Add 1-2 tsp of My Blue Tea UBE Powder. Sweeten with 1 small pitted date or 1 drop of stevia (optional). Blend until frothy and enjoy a warm, grounding, kidney-nourishing latte. Use Cupcakes Make yourself a "Ube Purple Milk Latte" or a vibrant "Ube & Coconut Overnight Oat Jar" today! Ube lovers, this one's for you. 🟣 In future blogs, we're sharing authentic Ube Halaya and Ube Cheese Pandesal — both made with our incredible, natural organic UBE powder. Get your stretchy pants ready. Stay tuned! Great news! You can now Pre-order our Ube Powder — available in 100g and 500g packs. But don't wait too long — limited packs only. Stock will be available from July 2026. Disclaimer: The information contained on this site is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis or treatment by a licensed physician. It is not meant to cover all possible precautions, drug interactions, circumstances or adverse effects. You should seek prompt medical care for any health issues and consult your doctor before using alternative medicine or making a change to your regimen. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food Safety Standards, Australia. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Summary of Scientific References: (Include links to relevant studies on Dioscorea alata, anthocyanins (alatanins), glycaemic index of yams, etc.) Example: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry – "Anthocyanins from Purple Yam (Dioscorea alata)" Example: Plant Foods for Human Nutrition – "Glycaemic index of yam varieties" A 2025 network pharmacology study identifies bioactive compounds in D. alata for treating menstrual disorders . A 2024 study confirms Jamaican Renta Yam (D. alata) as a source of natural antihypertensive compounds . A 2021 review compiles pharmacological activities of Dioscorea species, including anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antidiabetic effects . A 2025 study on purple yam anthocyanins shows gut-protective effects against oxidative damage . A Note on Research: It's important to note that many of these studies are in the early stages, often using in silico (computer-simulated) models and cell cultures, rather than human clinical trials. Further research is needed to confirm these effects and determine effective dosages in humans .

Prep tonight, enjoy tomorrow — a creamy, nourishing breakfast that's ready when you are! Start your day with a vibrant boost of wellness! This Black Goji Berry + 5 Grains Overnight Oats recipe is rich, antioxidant-packed, and prepares itself overnight — so you wake up to a creamy, nourishing breakfast that tastes as good as it makes you feel. 🌙 Why Black Goji Berry? Black Goji Berry (Lycium ruthenicum) is a rare Himalayan superfood prized in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its ability to nourish the Kidneys, support hair health, and promote longevity . Unlike its red cousin, black goji is packed with anthocyanins — powerful antioxidants that give it that stunning deep purple colour when steeped . In fact, it contains 50x more antioxidants than vitamin E and 20x more free-radical scavenging power than vitamin C . When Black Goji berry is paired with TCM-inspired 5 Grains Oats — whether from Yin Shan, Quaker, or Shi Zhuang — you're creating a breakfast that feeds your spleen and stomach, warms your digestion, and sets you up for a balanced day . Black Goji berry+ 5 Grains Overnight oats - Red series The beauty of this Black Goji berry + 5 grains Overnight oats recipe is how easily it adapts to whatever you're craving. If you're in the mood for something elegant, layer the oats with extra yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit to create a stunning PARFAIT — perfect for when breakfast feels like a treat. Or, if you prefer a sip-and-go option, simply blend the soaked oats with a little extra milk and ice until smooth and creamy. You'll have a velvety, antioxidant-rich SMOOTHIE that's just as nourishing and takes even less time to enjoy. One recipe, three delicious ways — now that's breakfast flexibility at its best. 🥣 Recipe: Black Goji Berry + 5 Grain Overnight Oats Ingredient Amount (Suggested) 5 Grains Oats (Yin Shan / Quaker / Shi Zhuang) ½ cup Milk (dairy or plant-based) ½ cup Yogurt (Greek or plain) ¼ cup Granola (for topping) ¼ cup Pitaya (dragon fruit), cubed handful or use MBT Dragon fruit powder Black Goji Berry Powder OR dried Black Goji fruits 1 tsp powder OR 2–3 tsp dried fruits Benefits of Black Goji berry powder / Black Goji berry (dried fruits) (see references below) Black Goji Berry + 5 Grain Overnight Oats 📝 Method Combine the base: In a jar or sealed container, mix the 5 Grains Oats, milk, and yogurt. Stir well until combined . Add the magic: Stir in 1 teaspoon of Black Goji Berry Powder. If using dried fruits, add 2–3 teaspoons and allow them to plump up overnight. Refrigerate: Seal the container and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours). The oats will soften and absorb the flavours, while the black goji releases its deep purple hue . Morning assembly: Give the oats a good stir. Top with granola for crunch, pitaya cubes for a pop of colour and sweetness, and any additional fruits you love . Serve and enjoy! Eat chilled or bring to room temperature — either way, it's a bowl of vibrant, nourishing goodness. Black Goji Berry + 5 Grains Oats Parfait Black Goji Berry + 5 Grain Overnight Oats or Layer it for lovely Parfait 🛒 Shop the Ingredients Black Goji Berry Powder – My Blue Tea Optional- Dragon fruit Powder - My Blue Tea 5 Grains Oats – Yin Shan, Quaker, or Shi Zhuang Pitaya & Granola – Your favourite local store Sweetness of your choice Fruits of your choice Yogurt to layer 🍂 Health Note - Black goji berries are neutral in nature in TCM and target the Kidney and Liver meridians . They're traditionally used to support longevity, eye health, and beautiful hair — making them the perfect addition to your morning ritual. Following on from our earlier blog, Rainbow Bowls & Ancient Wisdom: My Blue Tea Superfoods + 5 Grains Oats (TCM-Inspired Oats), we're continuing our journey into colourful, nourishing breakfasts with this Black Goji Berry overnight oats recipe. 💜🌙 by Yin Shan, Shi Zhuang or Quaker Oats Black Goji Berry + 5 Grain Overnight Oats Black Goji berry Overnight Oats 💡 Pro Tips from My Blue Tea TCM alignment: Black goji pairs beautifully with the Black Blend of 5 Grains Oats (oats, black sesame, black rice, black beans, black wheat, black barley) for a double dose of kidney-nourishing, Jing-building benefits Extra creaminess: Swap regular milk with oat or coconut milk for a richer, dairy-free version. Sweeten naturally: A drizzle of honey or maple syrup adds warmth without overpowering the earthy berry flavour . On-the-go: Make it in a mason jar for a grab-and-go breakfast that travels well. And there you have it — a simple, nourishing breakfast that practically makes itself while you sleep. With TCM-inspired 5 Grains Oats and antioxidant-rich Black Goji Berry, every spoonful is a step toward better digestion, glowing skin, and lasting vitality. Whether you're rushing out the door or sitting down to a quiet morning, this overnight oats jar is your reminder that wellness doesn't have to be complicated — just delicious. We hope you enjoy every last bite. 💜🌙* 📸 Made this recipe? Tag us @mybluetea – we'd love to see your overnight oats creation! 🛒 Shop Black Goji Berry Powder – available now at mybluetea.com.au 📧 Want more TCM-inspired recipes? Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss a bowl of goodness. Happy prepping, and happy eating! 🖤🥣

Moist, Buttery & Infused with Pandan | The Perfect Pandan Butter Cake A good butter cake is hard to beat—soft, rich, and comforting. But a Pandan Butter Cake? There's something truly comforting about a classic butter cake—rich, tender, and perfectly golden. Now imagine that same buttery goodness infused with the fragrant, sweet aroma of Pandan. Welcome to our Pandan Butter Cake: a delightful twist on a beloved favourite that brings together the best of East and West in every slice. Whether you're new to Pandan or a lifelong lover, this cake is sure to become a cherished treat in your kitchen. Pandan Butter Cake - moist, rich, yum! Made with MyBlueTea Pandan Powder, it's easy to whip up and even easier to enjoy. Let's get started! Pandan Butter Cake Ingredients: *150g butter *2 eggs (large) *1C Castor sugar *1/4 teaspoon salt *4 tablespoons @my.blue.tea Pandan powder *1 teaspoon vanilla essence *200 ml coconut milk *1/2 C regular soya milk *2.5 C self raising flour (sifted) Few things rival the simple pleasure of a slice of butter cake—soft, moist, and utterly delicious. Now, imagine it with the exotic, aromatic charm of Pandan. Testimonies Pandan Powder PANDAN, Big News on PANDAN, the Pandan People with Helen Goh - Did you managed to catch Chef Helen Goh and Mietta by Rosemary at the Baker's Dozen at the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival in March 2026 ? Why Use MyBlueTea Pandan Powder? 🌿 Fresh Pandan leaves can be tricky to find and time-consuming to prepare. That's where our freeze-dried Pandan Powder comes in! Made from real pandan leaves, it captures that authentic aroma and vibrant green colour perfectly—no artificial colours or flavours. Just pure, concentrated pandan goodness in every spoonful. Easy to use, easy to store, always delicious! Pandan Butter Cake Method:- 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C on fan bake setting. 2: In a large bowl, melt the butter. Add sugar, vanilla essence, salt, and Pandan powder, stirring until combined. Next, pour in soya milk and coconut milk, then beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth. 3: Sift the flour and gently fold it into the wet ingredients until just combined. Transfer the batter to a lined loaf tin. 4: Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. To check doneness, insert a skewer into the centre—if it comes out clean, your cake is ready. If not, return to the oven for a few more minutes and test again. The Only Pandan Butter Cake Recipe You'll Ever Need There's something truly special about pulling a freshly baked cake out of the oven—especially one as fragrant and golden as this Pandan Butter Cake. Whether you're baking for a celebration or simply for the joy of it, we hope this recipe brings warmth and sweetness to your day. Store it in an airtight container and enjoy it over the days ahead… if it lasts that long! 😉💚 Pandan's Natural Goodness Did You Know? ✨Pandan isn't just delicious—it's also packed with natural benefits: Rich in antioxidants – Helps protect your body from free radicals. Naturally calming – The pleasant aroma is believed to help reduce stress and anxiety. Digestive aid – Traditionally used to soothe upset stomachs. Natural colour – Provides that beautiful green hue without artificial dyes Rendang Pinwheel - some exotic recipes by Lynn About Lynn - Me Myself and Lynn : "Apa khabar tuan tuan dan puan puan 👐, I'm the Durian that met the Kiwi then married a half Yorkshire Pudding and half Tiramisu 🥰. My passion or perhaps these days more like obsession for cooking and baking started when I was barely tall enough to stand in front of the sink to do dishes 😂 but that didn't stop me from a thing called 'stool' to add those extra inches needed to give me the height to make the cut 😜. My passion became therapy and intensify during my Uni years as a form of de - stress and pain management to regulate my breathing then from there it became an opportunity for a little pocket money making as a dirt poor Uni student especially with my baking which proves popular amongst friends of different ages and background.......then work life happens after graduating that occupied almost all of my time but I learnt to steal time here and there to continue with my passion which gradually in the last 3 or 4 years is and has turned into Food Art Projects with my Yorkshire Pudding/Tiramisu being my Guinea Pig or should I say Lab Mouse with all my creations straight out of my head which really rings my bell and tick all the boxes ❤ and my Yorkshire Pudding/Tiramisu is ever so supportive of my creations and passion. I'm the kinda self taught/amateur Baker that bakes by feel and can never quite conform to recipes......trust me I've tried, I really have but just keep finding myself completely dissected the recipe then abandoning it altogether 😂. Needless to say.....recipes and I can and will never be BFF ever! All my creations are through trials and with that; long story short, I would love to be able to collaborate with others and turn my cooking and baking passion/obsession into something tangible 🙌." by: Lynn Sebastian

What to cook to keep your food cost down? Spinach, time to plan to grow some in Spring. Winter has just begun, but spring is waiting in the wings. When it arrives, our farm garden will be bursting with veggies — including Malabar spinach. Start planning your spring planting now, to cook this delicious and healthy Malabar Spinach Dhal. This is a continuation of our first blog, "What to cook to keep your food cost down ?" With interest rates and inflation still rising, we may need to look at perennial foods — plants you can grow at home that come back again and again. Malabar Spinach is particularly richer in calcium than regular spinach, making it excellent for bone health. It also holds up better when cooked — as it "cream" into a tiny smooth pile! Regular Spinach is richer in vitamin K and vitamin C, but contains oxalates that can block calcium absorption. Malabar spinach has lower oxalates, so your body actually absorbs more of its calcium. We previously suggested growing several spinach varieties — and here's Red Malabar spinach in all its glory. We've harvested some seeds for friends looking to start their own garden and teach their children about food and nature. While our go-to method is cooking this spinach in soups with salted or century eggs, today we're excited to share a different approach: Malabar Spinach Dhal using our Meat Curry Base. Warm, comforting, and perfect for winter or anytime. Malabar Spinach Dhal Malabar spinach dhal is a traditional Indian dish that’s a bit spicy, healthy, and oh-so-delicious. It's made with various pulse crops paired with spinach and spices. This dish is like a bowl of warm, creamy goodness that’ll make your mouth water. The best part? It’s a breeze to make and is ready in a flash! Malabar Spinach Dhal Ingredients 1 Cup Malabar Spinach - Fine cut 1/2 Cup Onion - Fine cut 1 Tablespoon Ginger - Fresh, grated 1/2 Teaspoon Tamarind - Paste 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder 1/2 Teaspoon Sea Salt - Or to taste 1 Tablespoon Rice Bran Oil 1/4 Cup Cilantro - Fine cut Tempering 6 Leaves Curry Leaves 3-4 tspn @my.blue.tea Meat Curry base 1 Teaspoon Urad Dal 1 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds Lentils 1/2 Cup Toor Dal (pressure cook to soften or soak overnight) 1 Cup Filtered water Growing Malabar Spinach Let us walk you through our farm. On the left, you'll spot the lovely Malabar flowers — these will soon transform into dark, tiny seeds. And the final photo? That's our vibrant Green Malabar spinach, growing wild and wonderful. Grow only from Spring. Malabar Spinach Dhal Instructions (1) Pressure cook lentils in Instant Pot (IP) using the pot-in-pot method: Add 3/4th cup of water to the IP container and set the dish containing washed toor dal, with about an inch of water covering the lentils. Cook at high pressure for 25 minutes and allow for natural release. Set aside when done. (2) Thereafter, heat oil in a pan on a stove top. Add tempering ingredients (curry leaves, cumin and mustard seeds, urad dal, red and green chili peppers) and let mustard seeds pop. Now add onion and ginger and sauté till onions are slightly brown. Add turmeric powder, salt, mix well. (3) Add Malabar spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes. (4) Add pressure cooked dal, tamarind paste, mix well and cook for a minute. Garnish with fresh cilantro. (5) Mix well and transfer to serving container. Great with hot roti or steamed rice and ghee. 🥬 Best Winter Veggies to Replace Malabar Spinach in Dhal 🍛 Best Substitution for Your Dhal Recipe For the closest match to Malabar spinach: Use English spinach or silverbeet. For a heartier, winter-friendly version: Use kale or mustard greens. For convenience: Use frozen spinach — just squeeze out excess water first. 📋 Quick Comparison Table Veggie Texture Flavour Cook Time Winter Availability Malabar Spinach (original) Slightly firm Mild, earthy 3–5 min ❌ No (warm season) English Spinach Soft Mild, sweet 1–2 min ✅ Yes Silverbeet Hearty Earthy 3–5 min ✅ Yes Kale Robust Slightly bitter 5–8 min ✅ Yes Bok Choy Tender-crisp Mild, sweet 2–4 min ✅ Yes Mustard Greens Firm Peppery, bold 5–7 min ✅ Yes Frozen Spinach Soft Mild 1–2 min ✅ Always And there you have it — a comforting bowl of Malabar Spinach Dhal made with our Meat Curry Base. Whether you're using homegrown Malabar spinach from warmer months or swapping in winter-friendly greens like silverbeet or kale, this recipe is designed to warm you from the inside out. Serve it with steamed rice, crusty bread, or simply enjoy it on its own. However you eat it, we hope it brings a little spice, a little love, and a lot of comfort to your table. 🛒 Ready to make this dhal? Shop our Meat Curry Base [here] — plus explore our full range of Spice Pantry blends before they're discontinued. 📧 Love this recipe? Subscribe to our newsletter for more warming winter meals, gardening tips, recipes, and exclusive offers. 💬 Made this dish? Tag us on Instagram @mybluetea and share your creation. We'd love to see your bowl of comfort! Stay warm, stay well, and happy cooking. Sources: - https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/583849539207069117/

The Laksa Johor You've Been Waiting For - Master Laksa Johor at Home Today, we're making Laksa Johor using our Meat Curry Base + Rendang Powder. Rich. Aromatic. Unforgettable. Someone needs to write a sonnet for the sensual, passionate laksa that so many adore. Oh Laksa, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways... we can savour you and best part is you can cook almost all the laksa using My Blue Tea - Super Spices. There was a heated Laksa argument in the Malaysian community comment - which Laksa is the best? The fight was between Laksa Johor vs Laksa Kedah - ie all due to the fact you enjoy Laksa Johor with spaghetti and not the usual yellow noodles/vermicelli or flat noodles. And also another heated argument between Penang Assam Laksa vs Sarawak Laksa - Sarawak Laksa wins! Was crowned Best Asian Food by Taste Atlas Voted the best Laksa or Best Food by Taste Atlas | SARAWAK LAKSA | Sarawak Laksa has just been crowned the Best Asian Food by TasteAtlas, the world's first interactive food map, with the score of 4.8 out of 5 stars. (Posted in Sept 2022) No wonder the late Anthony Bourdain called it “The Breakfast of the Gods”. Source: September 2022 - TasteAtlas website: https://www.tasteatlas.com/ There are about 11 to 13 different Laksas across Malaysia — each with its own unique flavour, history, and origin. (Fun fact: Sandakan was once known as the "Hong Kong of the 1960s," and Tuaran Laksa is a delicious newcomer.) Today, we're celebrating Laksa Johor — made by marrying our Meat Curry Base with Rendang Powder. Let's cook. Laksa Johor - photo courtesy of MasterChef Judge Malaysia, ChefJo Laksa Johor – Big Flavour, No Rules Ingredients (A) : *1 packet - @my.blue.tea Meat Curry base (50g) 1 packet - @my.blue.tea Rendang base (50g) 500 ml - Water 140 ml - Cooking oil 6 nos - Lemongrass (smashed) 1 litre - Water 1/2 tspn - @my.blue.tea Kaffir Lime Leaf powder (optional) 2 cubes - Anchovy stock 360 g - Canned tuna (mashed) 4 nos - Tamarind slice 80 g - Roasted desiccated coconut / Kerisik A Taste of Johor – Creamy Curry Broth, Spaghetti Swirls, Pure Magic Ingredients (B) : *150 g - @my.blue.tea - Spargo Coconut Milk powder *800 ml - Water *500 g - Spaghetti Garnish: *2 nos - Onion (thinly shredded) *1 no - Cucumber (thinly shredded) *200 g - Bean sprouts *5 nos - Kasturi/Calamansi lime (cut in half) *1 spoonful - @my.blue.tea Torch Ginger (rehydrate) (optional) *1 bunch - Kesum leaves/Vietnamese mint (thinly shredded) *200 g - Mint leaves (thinly shredded) Few quick facts most KL people miss: Johor laksa uses actual spaghetti, brought back by the Sultan from a trip to Italy in the early 1900s. Sarawak laksa has 36-40 spices in the paste and there's no coconut milk in Assam Laksa. Kelantan laksam is technically not a laksa despite the name. Sabah Tuaran laksa uses hand-rolled egg noodles, totally different texture from anything else on the list.Which one is your default? Tag your "laksa kaki" = Laksa friends!!. Fight starts email us at info@mybluetea.com.au Laksa Johor - photo by Chef Jo As usual we look for our inspiration and knowledge from ChefJo, Malaysia's Master Chef Juro - and here's what Chef wrote about Laksa Johor :- Laksa Johor is the southern state’s favourite dish and is served during festive occasions such as Hari Raya. Those out of the state would recognise it most as the laksa made with spaghetti noodles or egg noodles instead – even though most Malaysians only became familiar with dried pasta when spaghetti Bolognese became popular here in the 1980s. Making Laksa Johor is painstaking work as the spice mixture and seafood preparations are time consuming. They are particular about the ingredients used to make the laksa gravy. Most only use fish, but laksa Johor also has prawns, and dried prawns and fish. Only choice ingredients such as #ikanparang or #wolfherring , #ikankurau #threadfin, the freshest prawns and good quality dried seafood are used. Johorean cooks would also pay meticulous attention to the laksa garnishing and accompaniments. The garnishings for laksa Johor are cucumber, bean sprouts, long beans, daun kesum or polygonum and daun selasih or Thai basil, Chinese pickled radish chye poh. The cucumber has to be cut in a certain way. Its have to first peel it, cut it into shorter lengths and cut around it in a circular motion to get a long strip before cutting into julienne. The must-have condiments are sambal belacan and calamansi limes. Many Johoreans typically eat their #laksajohor with their fingers, rather than with fork and spoon. SELAMAT MENJAMU SELERA! ENJOY! ENJOY Laksa Johor – Where Malaysia Meets Italy (And It Works) Cooking Method 1. Boil spaghetti in water until cooked. Rinse with cold water. Strain dry and toss with cooking oil. Set aside. 2. Well mix ingredients (A) in a wok/pot, add lemongrass and cook under medium heat until fragrant and oil rises. 3. Add water and bring to boil. Add tuna into gravy and simmer for another 5 minutes. 4. Add anchovy stock, tamarind slices and roasted desiccated coconut (kerisik). Simmer for 10 minutes. 5. Lastly, add Ingredients B and bring to boil. Gravy is ready to serve. 6. Serve desired amount of spaghetti onto a bowl, pour over the gravy and top with garnishes. Serve while still hot. The goodies you require to create yummy various Malaysian laksa varieties :- From left to right: Malaysian Super Spice packs, dried Torch Ginger slices, Sarawak Laksa mix, Kaffir Lime Leaf powder, Butterfly Pea tea or powder, and Pandan Powder. Together, they're everything you need to create the most incredible varieties of Malaysian food & Laksa — right in your own kitchen. Tea pairing with Laksa Johor :- Blue Apple Magic Tea by Imelia One of our most beloved blends is Blue Apple Magic. When Grace Lim served it at a mini party, she said: 'Yesterday, our guests tried Blue Apple Magic tea. OMG! The tea is so fragrant! Yes, it's that good — much better than other commercial teas.' We try our best to keep you happy and healthy. Thank you, Grace — your kind words mean the world to us. About Amazing Grace, our Noodle Queen:- The above Johor Laksa is contributed by our Brand Ambassador and food lover, Grace, who is an International Tax Accountant, tax advisor, an enthusiastic educator and the mother of 3 lovely kids. Do follow @grazia.lim to be a part of her cooking adventures. You will be amazed what's in store!........./Yum! Yum! Yum! Laksa varieties & the new Laksa "Tuaran Laksa, Sabah" Malaysia is home to an incredible matrix of laksa varieties, with almost every state boasting its own unique spin on this iconic noodle dish. The name "laksa" itself is believed to originate from a Sanskrit word meaning "one hundred thousand," hinting at the massive number of ingredients and complex flavour profiles found in a single bowl. From north to south, east to west — every state serves up its own unique version, each with a distinct flavour, history, and origin story. There's creamy, herbaceous Nyonya Laksa from Melaka. Spicy, sour Asam Laksa from Penang. Sarawak Laksa with its bold, aromatic broth. And let's not forget Tuaran Laksa from Sabah — a lesser-known gem that deserves the spotlight. Speaking of Sabah — did you know Sandakan was once nicknamed the "little Hong Kong of the 1960s"? 🇭🇰✨ One country. Countless bowls. Endless stories. Which Laksa is your favourite?!!. Key Varieties of Malaysian Laksa Before diving into Sabah's specialty, it helps to map out the mainstream map of Malaysian laksas to see just how much they vary: Penang Asam Laksa: A vibrant, spicy-sour fish broth made with poached mackerel, tamarind (asam gelugur), lemongrass, torch ginger flower is MUST and chillies. It uses thick, translucent rice noodles and is garnished with fresh pineapple, cucumber, mint, and a thick dollop of sweet, pungent prawn paste (hae ko). Sarawak Laksa: Famously dubbed "the breakfast of gods" by Anthony Bourdain, this Bornean masterpiece features a broth made from a highly guarded paste of up to 36 spices, prawn shells, and a splash of coconut milk. It uses thin rice vermicelli topped with shredded chicken, prawns, omelette strips, and coriander. Laksa Johor: An unusual historical hybrid that uses western spaghetti noodles instead of rice noodles, supposedly introduced by a former Sultan who visited Italy. The broth is an ultra-thick, concentrated fish and spice paste that is traditionally eaten using bare hands. Laksam: Hailing from the northeastern coast (Kelantan and Terengganu), this dish features thick, flat rice-flour noodle rolls drowned in a pale, creamy, mildly sweet gravy made of boiled fish flesh and rich coconut milk. Nyonya / Laksa Lemak: Born from the Peranakan culture, this variant is the baseline for "curry laksa." It features a heavy coconut milk base infused with prawn stock and aromatic rempah (spice paste), served with tofu puffs, cockles, and Vietnamese mint (daun kesum).

Out of this world! Melt in your mouth. Great presentation...... Asian fusion isn't just a trend — it's a delicious revolution. And at the heart of it all? Malaysian curry. With its rich, aromatic blend of coconut milk, lemongrass, turmeric, and chillies, Malaysian curry is incredibly versatile. It doesn't have to stay in a bowl with rice. Oh no. This beautiful, fragrant curry sauce works its magic in so many ways — tossed through a quick stir-fry with crunchy vegetables and tender chicken, tucked into a flaky, golden pie for a comforting hand-held meal, or even sandwiched between two soft buns as a juicy, spicy burger patty glazed with curry aioli. From hawker stalls in Kuala Lumpur to modern Australian kitchens, Malaysian curry is proving that it belongs everywhere — and we're absolutely here for it. Try this Eastern Fusion curry with ingredients of your choice. Easy stir fry with Meat Curry base Eastern Fusion Curry – Where tradition gets a twist Ingredients (A) *50g @my.blue.tea Spice pantry Meat Curry base *300ml Water *70ml Cooking Oil *50g Butter * 1⁄2 Onion (finely chopped) *3 cloves Garlic (finely chopped) *800g Prawns (shell & devein Ingredients (B) *1⁄2 canned Pineapples. } *1⁄2 no Green Capsicum } *1⁄2 no Red Capsicum. } Cut into cubes *1⁄2 no Onion } *200ml Fresh Milk *100ml Double Cream *50g Cheddar cheese *6 small bowls - Buttered Rice (stir in butter to steaming hot rice) Eastern Fusion Curry - Spice, spice baby! Looking for the perfect way to keep warm this winter? We've got warming recipes galore — and an EOFY 2026 special you don't want to miss. Buy any 2 packs of our 50g Spice Pantry products and get 1 pack FREE. But here's the catch: these products will be discontinued once sold out. No restocks. No regrets. Shop now before they disappear. Eastern Fusion Curry – A world of flavour in every spoonful Cooking Method: Mix ingredients (A) well and stir fry with cooking oil until fragrant and oil rises on the top. Melt butter and stir fry with finely chopped onion and garlic. Stir in prawn and stir fry until prawn is quarterly cooked. Add coconut milk. Stir well and bring to boil over medium heat. Simmer; stir constantly until mixture dries. 4. Add ingredients (A), (B) and fresh milk. Bring to boil and finish with double cream and cheddar cheese. Stir well. 5. Ready to serve with buttered rice. Eastern Fusion Curry – Old roots. New boots. *Eastern Fusion just got a whole lot tastier. 🌏🔥 Grab our Spice Pantry packs and whip these up: From left - recipes available on website:- (1) Asian Fusion Burritos – Wrapped, spiced, and satisfying (2) Rendang Mantao Buns – Soft, pillowy, and packed with flavour (3) Baked Rendang Macaroni – Cheesy, spicy, and utterly comforting (4) Sata-yadas Asian Fusion Empanadas – Crispy pockets of fusion magic Tea pairing after spicy food: Harmony Apple tea - with Hawthorn berry, Mandarin peel and gojiberry After enjoying a bold, spicy meal — whether it's a fiery rendang, a fragrant laksa, or a curry-packed pie — it's wise to help your body return to balance. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), spicy foods are considered "hot" in nature, which can sometimes overheat the body, leading to symptoms like dryness, restlessness, or even heartburn. That's where a soothing cup of TCM-inspired tea comes in. Teas infused with cooling or neutral ingredients like apple, goji berry, mandarin peel and hawthorn work beautifully to harmonise your system — gently clearing excess heat while supporting digestion (stomach) and the Spleen. The natural sweetness of goji and apple helps moderate the fire of spices, while hawthorn is famously known in TCM for aiding the breakdown of rich, fatty, or heavy foods. So after your Eastern Fusion feast, brew a cup. It's not just delicious — it's the perfect yin-yang reset.

Welcome to a breakfast that feeds your eyes, your gut, and your qi. Today, we’re blending two powerful worlds: the vibrant, antioxidant-rich spectrum of My Blue Tea Superfood Powders — from velvety Purple Sweet Potato to electric Blue Spirulina — and the grounding, traditional wisdom of 5 Grains Oats, TCM inspired. But we’re not stopping there. Unlike sugary instant oatmeal packets, our Tradional Chinese Medicine (TCM) - inspired Rainbow Bowls contain no added sugar — just pure, nutrient-dense ingredients. Using My Blue Tea's Superfood Powders and 5 Grain Oats from either Yin Shan, Quaker, and Shi Zhuang, you can prepare a Spleen + Stomach healing, colour-coded breakfast in minutes or overnight, if you like it softer. Whether you’re looking to cool internal heat (hello to our Roselle and Butterfly Pea), build blood and essence (Black Goji berry, Pandan), or simply eat a rainbow for cellular health — this series is your guide. Let’s stir ancient TCM principles into your modern morning. My Blue Tea - Superfood Powder (stay tuned for new addition) Rainbow Bowls Superfoods + 5 Grains Oats 💚 A True Story: From Dampness & Eczema to Healing — One Bowl at a time with our Superfood powders We’d like to share a story about one of our colleagues. For most of his life (going 55 years of age then), he never had any skin issues or allergies to anything. But a few years ago, his body started sounding the alarm — internally and externally. He felt constantly lethargic, heavy, pain and bloated. Constipation became normal. At first, he blamed work stress, fast food, and a sedentary lifestyle. Sound familiar? But then came the wake-up call: eczema and constant dizziness. Not just a small patch — his whole body broke out. He had never experienced anything like it. Two Paths: Quick Fix vs. Root Healing He sought Western medicine first — steroids to calm the flare-ups quickly. And they worked, temporarily. But the moment he stopped, the eczema returned. That’s when he turned to TCM to address the core of the problem: balancing Yin & Yang and listening to his body. TCM took longer, but it taught him something Western creams could not — how to eat for his constitution and care for himself naturally using food as medicine. (If you'd like more information on this topic — such as different foods for different seasons and the types of exercises to practice — please let us know in the comments or drop us a message. We'd love to dive deeper for you.) One of the Root Cause? Cold Drinks & Ice Cream. Through TCM, he discovered that his dampness was largely self-created. During summer, he had a habit of drinking lots of cold drinks and eating lots, lots of ice cream — a classic recipe for Spleen and stomach injury and dampness accumulation. In TCM, cold foods and drinks extinguish your digestive fire. The Spleen and stomach hate cold. 5 Grains Oats with Black Gojiberry powder & Dragon fruits with Red beans, 5 grains Oats Rainbow Bowls Superfoods + 5 Grains Oats His New Daily Routine (Eczema Gone, 10 Kgs Lighter) Today, he has completely transformed his lifestyle: Only warm water — never cold drink (occasional wine or beer!!) TCM herbal teas or homemade Butterfly Pea/Pandan tea/Black Goji berry tea infused with apples, goji berries, ginger, and no more than 6 red dates per day (to avoid excess heat). Daily walking or exercise — gentle movement to move Qi and dry dampness. Healthy cooking - eating seasonal food with the correct cooking method. And most importantly — whole, warm, Spleen+ stomach-friendly meals (just like the 5 Grain Oat bowls in this blog or in the table below. Do let us know if you wish to learn more of TCM healthy food or natural foods to prepare). The result? ✅ Eczema gone.✅ Constipation gone.✅ 10 kilograms lost — naturally, without crash diets and lots of wisdom. A Bonus Addition: Foot Baths Later, his family added daily foot baths to his routine. In TCM, foot baths draw dampness downward, improve circulation, and calm the mind. The result? Even better sleep and less dampness overall. Rainbow Bowls Superfoods + 5 Grains Oats 🍵 The Connection to Your Bowl + Food + Tea This story isn’t unique. 90% of people have dampness constitution — often from the same habits: cold drinks, processed food, stress, and lack of movement. But healing is possible. It starts with: A warm bowl of 5 Grain Oats (Spleen-first then stomach) Eat healthy natural whole foods, avoid fried foods or processed food. Use the colour chart. A scoop of My Blue Tea superfood powder (colour-coded organ support) And ends with a cup of 5 Treasure Tea or Harmony Apple Tea (to seal the nourishment) You don’t need another steroid cream. You need a Spleen + stomach that works — and a bowl that loves you back. Superfoods + 5 Grains Oats You can create these beautiful, nutritious, colourful overnight oats or smoothies to start your day. But from a TCM perspective, nothing enters your body before a warm glass of water. It wakes up the Spleen & stomach, gently moves digestion, and begins the process of clearing dampness and intestines — before you even take your first bite. Rainbow bowls Superfoods + 5 Grains Oats - My Blue Tea's Pairing Guide: Below is a functional pairing guide based on colour-matching TCM principles + the specific oat blends described for you to enjoy :- My Blue Tea Powder TCM Colour / Function Best Matched Oat Blend (from Yin Shan / Quaker / Shi Zhuang) Why This Pairing Works Purple Sweet Potato / Purple Yam Purple → bridges red (heart) & black (kidney); nourishes blood & Jing Black Blend (oats, black sesame, black rice, black beans, black wheat, black barley) Deep purple + black = kidney & hair synergy. Earthy sweetness complements nutty black grains. Dragon Fruit Red → heart, blood, circulation Yin Shan Red Pack (red bean, red dates, red goji, oats, longan) Cooling dragon fruit balances warm red ingredients. Supports radiant complexion and calm spirit. Roselle (Hibiscus) Red / sour → cools liver, moves blood Red Pack + Quaker oats (add a touch of Shi Zhuang tangerine peel) Tart roselle cuts through sweet red dates. Excellent for damp-heat or summer mornings. Butterfly Pea Blue → liver, eyes, calming Shen Chia Multigrain (oats, barley, triticale, rye, chia) Blue calms the liver; chia & grains provide grounding texture. A meditative, anti-inflammatory bowl. Black Goji Berry Black → kidneys, hair, Jing, longevity Black Blend (oats, black sesame, black rice, black beans, black wheat, black barley) Perfect match: black on black. Double down on hair, kidney, and essence-building. Add Yin Shan goji for extra blood tonic. Pandan Powder Green → liver, wood element, detox Chia Multigrain or White Blend Pandan’s aromatic, cooling nature supports liver detox. Pair with white blend for gentle lung-nourishing contrast. Blue Spirulina Blue / green → cooling, clears phlegm-heat White Blend (Chinese yam, oats, barley, poria cocos) White nourishes lungs & skin; blue spirulina cools inflammation. Ideal for acne, heat signs, or allergy season. The Golden Rule of TCM Eating: Heal the Spleen first. Absorption follows. Once your Spleen is strong and Dampness is cleared, every bowl of oats, every scoop of My Blue Tea superfood powder, and every TCM ingredient from Yin Shan, Quaker, and Shi Zhuang oats becomes fully bioavailable to your body. Rainbow bowls Superfoods + 5 Grains Oats Healthy, nutritious 5 grains oats or 5 colours oats available from left (1) Yin Shan oats from Inner Mongolia (2) ShiZhuang from Inner Mongolia and Shanxi (3) Quaker Oats licenced in Shanghai. The best part; it is healthy without any "sugar" added. These maybe available from local Asian grocers or online. Chinese academy of agricultural sciences Shizhuang Wuhei oatmeal: 🌟 High-protein mixed whole grains, a nutritional bomb in the breakfast world 💥 Say goodbye to boring, traditional breakfasts! introducing shi zhuang wu hei oatmeal from the chinese academy of agricultural sciences. our high-protein, mixed coarse grain formula delivers a nutritious and delicious healthy breakfast every morningThe ready-to-eat and instant design saves you the tedious cooking steps and allows you to start a day full of energy! The Complete TCM Five-Colour Chart Food Colour Associated Organ Associated Body Parts & Benefits Example Foods Black / Dark Blue Kidneys Hair, bones, teeth, and reproductive system Black sesame, black beans, seaweed, wood ear mushroom, black rice White Lungs Respiratory system, skin, nose, and immune system Pear, white radish, lily root, lotus root, white fungus Green Liver Eyes, tendons, muscles, and emotional well-being Leafy greens, broccoli, cucumber Red Heart Blood vessels, tongue, and circulation Goji berries, red dates, tomatoes, red beans Yellow Spleen Stomach, lips, digestion, and muscles Pumpkin, sweet potato, ginger, corn Enjoy Your Meal with a Cup of Tea Now that you've nourished your Spleen with a warm, colourful bowl of 5 Grain Oats, complete the ritual with a cup of My Blue Tea's 5 Treasure Tea or Harmony Apple Tea — because in TCM, a proper meal isn't over until you've sipped something that seals the nourishment. An Apple a day keeps the doctor away - Harmony Apple Tea *The 5 Treasure Tea — a classic TCM blend of goji berry, red dates, longan, chrysanthemum, and rock sugar — gently supports your blood and Qi, working in perfect harmony with the red and black oat blends you just enjoyed. It's like a warm hug for your Heart and Liver after a Spleen-healing breakfast.* If you prefer something lighter and fruitier, reach for the Harmony Apple Tea. With its cooling, sweet-tangy profile, this tea helps resolve any lingering Dampness, supports digestion, and brings a sense of calm balance — the perfect way to transition from breakfast into your day. So build your bowl, stir in your My Blue Tea superfood powder, and when the last spoonful is gone? Brew a cup. Let the tea be the period at the end of your TCM breakfast sentence — gentle, complete, and deeply nourishing." Brands used: My Blue Tea Superfood Powders | Yin Shan | Quaker | Shi Zhuang Disclaimer This product and information brief is solely intended as a source of information and does not prescribe or advise the use of any substance mentioned herein. The authors do not intend to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease. Consult with your doctor about all prescription and non-prescription medicines you take before you begin to use any herbal products and partner with your professional health care practitioner on determining your own health destiny.